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Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy, MSc at University of Lancashire

University of Lancashire, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A part-time professional training MSc preparing students to practise Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy, designed to meet the minimum BABCP training requirements. It builds understanding of key CBP concepts and theories and integration of theory with practice. It suits those in the medical profession, social work, psychology, counselling, mental health nursing and psychotherapy.

Faculty: School of Health, Social Work and Sport  |  Duration: 3 years part-time  |  Intake: Sep 2026, Sep 2027  |  Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules: Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (CBP) 1, CBP 2, Fundamentals of CBP, Introduction to Postgraduate Research and a Dissertation.

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Entry requirements

At least a 2:2 degree in health and social care or a related area, with relevant experience. Core professions (mental health nursing, occupational therapy, social work, psychiatry, clinical or counselling psychology) need at least two years of experience with vulnerable adults and/or people with mental health problems; applicants without a core profession can be considered via a Knowledge, Skills and Attitude portfolio plus at least two years of post-qualification mental health experience in line with BABCP guidelines. English IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5, or equivalent. Satisfactory criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland). Ghana: general guidance lists a lower GPA plus a Postgraduate Diploma (Ghanaian Pre-Masters), or a Higher National Diploma plus a Postgraduate Diploma; English via IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5) or WAEC/WASSCE English grade C6.

Intake: Sep 2026, Sep 2027

Duration: 3 years part-time

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